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If you're an exporter or importer, you may have heard the term LCL while looking for freight forwarding services that will transport your cargo in small quantities. LCL full form is "less than container load." It varies from another widely used term in international logistics – FCL, short for "full container load" and is meant for large shipments. As you might already know, LCL is endorsed as a safe way to ship cargo in moderate volumes while being cost-effective. While this is mostly true, it is essential to fully understand the LCL shipping process in its entirety.